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Some CCV members attended the Australasian Gaming Expo in Sydney and were able to see some interesting club renovations on the CCV Study Tour. Not many have the time to visit other jurisdictions so we thought we’d bring that experience to you via The Hub.
The Sandhills Sports Club is a brand-new greenfield clubhouse in Bargara, the Bundaberg region of North Queensland. It is the second venue for BSPN Architecture’s longstanding client, the Bundaberg Services Club and is designed to complement and highlight the refurbished bowling green and its residential coastal surrounds.
Despite the pandemic requiring construction to be paused at the lockup stage to protect the steel structure from the coastal elements, it wasn’t long before things started again.
What initially started as a refurbishment of their existing clubhouse moved to a new build so that the new clubhouse could better orient toward the bowling green and provide an opportunity to repurpose the existing club for future use.
The new clubhouse structure was built to be raised up and over the low-lying car park, providing seamless integration with the bowling green. Its entry statement was utilised to express this elevation. Stepping into the entry, patrons are met with a tall light-filled open space, opening onto the café and lounge areas and then directly onto the outdoor areas and bowling green, which was to remain the heart of the club. The club encompasses a new Bistro, Café, Lounges and Gaming areas that all flow into one another yet remains uniquely identifiable.
The new club is family-centric to cater to the local community in the surrounding residential area, with children’s entertainment a crucial part of the design brief.
Careful consideration had to be given during the design and construction for the local Mon Repos Turtle population. Most nesting and hatching turtle activities occur at night, making turtles vulnerable to disturbance and disorientation from artificial lights. Considerations such as the amount and colour of the car parking area and bowling green lighting were designed with the local turtle community front of mind.
With a fresh modern coastal aesthetic, glazing was utilised heavily in the club’s design to provide natural outlooks to the bowling green. A low-maintenance exterior featuring masonry screening was essential in the North Queensland coastal environment, with materials selected to endure harsh coastal conditions.
Architects- BSPN Architecture Photographs – Renee Green Contractor – Ashley Cooper Construction Pty Ltd
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In FY25, Victorian Keno players enjoyed almost 10 million wins worth more than $131.9 million.
For many club patrons across Victoria, FY25 was a year to remember – all thanks to a life-changing Keno win.
Victorian players had a standout year, tallying over 9.9 million Keno wins collectively worth than $131.9 million in prize money.
In FY25, Keno players across the eastern states of mainland Australia celebrated more than 76 million wins collectively worth more than $1.2 billion.
During this time, Keno crowned 20 millionaires and multi-millionaires who together took home more than $57.9 million. Two of these major jackpot winners were from Victoria.
Laverton woman thanks ‘manifestation magic’ for Keno win
A Laverton woman shared she was left thanking the universe after she scored a $60,000 Keno Classic 8 Spot prize at Club Laverton in the weeks leading up to last Christmas.
“It was a big surprise! Especially coming up to Christmas, it’s perfect!” she cheered.
“Do you want to hear something really funny? I just wrote in my diary the day before winning, ‘Thank you, universe, for my Keno 8 Spot win’. Then it really came true!
“I’m a firm believer in the law of attraction and manifestation, and I love affirmations!
“It was awesome seeing all eight numbers pop up on the screen.
“I’ve had a few wins in Keno over the years. It’s like the stars align for me when I play - it’s my thing!”
Club Laverton manager Gus Alimovski said the team happily shared in the excitement with their major Keno winner.
“What an incredible win for our patron! It’s always great hearing these winning stories, and now we have another one to share with our patrons,” he said.
“We’re thrilled for our customer, and we hope to see more Keno winners in our venue soon.”
All eyes on a winning FY26
Keno’s National Partner Manager Luke Harrison said he couldn’t wait to see which Victorian clubs welcomed the next big Keno winners.
“Last financial year, players at Victorian clubs celebrated some impressive victories,” he said.
“A key highlight has been the growing popularity of Keno’s Bonus and Replay features among club patrons. This trend reflects how venues are successfully connecting with their customers, sharing updates on jackpot increases, promotional offers, and game enhancements.
“When players opt into Keno Bonus, they unlock the chance to multiply their winnings by up to ten times, while the Replay option adds another layer of excitement.
“Many players are still unaware of these features, making it vital for staff to start conversations and educate them on the full range of Keno possibilities!”
Mr Harrison said the solid Keno performance at Victorian clubs last financial year laid a strong foundation for continued success in FY26.
“Clubs across Victoria are embracing fresh approaches to elevate the customer experience, and Keno’s rising popularity is playing a key role in that journey,” he said.
“There’s also a wide array of Keno resources available to clubs, from eye-catching point-of-sale materials to engaging promotions, all designed to keep the game front and centre.
“As the new financial year unfolds, Keno is looking forward to celebrating more big wins for Victorian club patrons, and more success stories for the clubs that host them.”
Contact your Business Development Manager to find out how Keno can best support your club in FY26.
Visit Keno Connect for more information on maximising Keno in your club - www.kenoconnect.com.au
